Nigerian Stars Nominated for 2026 BET Awards

Nigerian music stars Wizkid, Asake, Burna Boy, and Tems have received nominations for the 2026 BET Awards. The award ceremony is scheduled to be held in Los Angeles on June 28, 2026, and will be hosted by comedian Druski, airing live on BET.

The nominations highlight the recognition of Nigerian artists across various music categories, following successful collaborative projects and chart-topping releases. Wizkid and Asake have earned a joint nomination in the Best Group category, while Tems has bagged three nominations, including Best Female R&B Pop Artist.

Additionally, Burna Boy is nominated in the Best Collaboration category for his feature on Gunna's hit single "WGFT." The BET Awards are known for celebrating Black culture and are considered a prestigious international award platform.